Job Introduction
WONDERFUL NEW OPPORTUNITY TO JOIN A FRIENDLY CARE HOME NEAR YOU!
Are you a Deputy Manager for a rewarding career with flexibility?
Are you interested in making a difference?
WE WANT YOU!
ABOUT US
Anavo are committed to making a positive difference to those who choose to live and work in our communities. We build every resident relationship on trust, striving to earn it from the very first conversation. We select kind and caring people to give the best service to our residents and exceed their expectations. We empower our team who demonstrate enthusiasm and energy in everything they do and be determined to make a difference.
Newark Care Home is set in the suburbs of Port Glasgow and is easily reached from the surrounding areas of Greenock, Bishopton, Erskine, Paisley and the Western suburbs of Glasgow. The home is custom designed and built to meet the needs of older people, with large comfortable lounge areas to relax in and comfortably socialise with others. All surroundings are of a high quality and there are outdoor areas and gardens to take in fresh air and enjoy the seasons.
Why choose to work for us? We offer:
Retention Bonus – £500 Bonus after 1 year service, £1,000 bonus after 2 years and £2,000 bonus 3 years after and each year subsequently.
Excellent hourly rates – above average basic rates.
Unlimited free training - access to our NEW training platform with over 100 free courses.
NMC Subscription – fees paid every year and support to complete revalidation.
Introduce a Friend - receive up to £1000 when you introduce a friend or family member.
Other Perks include – Free Uniform, Free Car Parking, Free PVG.
Requirements
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To work on the floor as an RGN (variable shift pattern)
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To manage the Home in the absence of the Registered Manager
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To assist the Manager in the overall co-ordination and operation of the home
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To ensure Hand Over Meetings are held with the Manager before and after any absence of either party
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To meet with the Manager on a regular basis to discuss priorities, focus, issues or other work related items, to ensure relevant issues are communicated and dealt with.
- To be part of the overall Management Team for the Home, liaising frequently with the Management team, attending Team and Staff Meetings, and relevant training as required.
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To operate and be part of, a safe and efficient On Call System, ensuring the Home is supported 24 hours a day
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To be aware of the different roles and responsibilities of individual staff and departments within the home
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To correctly delegate tasks and workload to appropriate staff
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To supervise and monitor Care Staff and Nurses
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Ensure the co-ordination and maintenance of Care Records, Care Planning and associated documentation
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To carry out pre-admission assessments for prospective residents, and liaise with Care Managers, Relatives, Commissioners, and other professionals regarding either private or funded placements
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The correct and timely ordering and recording of medication and other medical supplies as needed
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The correct storage, administration, record keeping, disposal and returns of medication and other medical supplies as required
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To have knowledge in the use of all medical equipment within the Home and ensure usability checks are carried out on a regular basis
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To observe practice, monitoring the care and nursing delivery to our residents, and assist Team Leaders and Registered Nurses with individual development and development of their care teams.
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To oversee formal supervision and carry out clinical supervision with trained nurses on a quarterly basis
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Assist in the correlation of falls and prepare a monthly audit across site for accidents
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To oversee training and development, and liaise with the Home Administrator to ensure Training Matrix and Training Files are updated and accurate
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To assist with Quality Assurance Monitoring and Auditing
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To contribute to development plans for the home
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To assist in Staff Recruitment as and when required
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To assist in compiling appropriate Policies and Procedures for the Home as needed
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To manage any complaints in the absence of the Manager
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To assist in Staff Disciplinary matters when required
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To build and maintain a high profile within the community and all associated bodies/businesses connected to Hestia Care
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To act at all times within the Company’s best interests
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To assist in ensuring staff cover is appropriate and the Rota is well maintained as required in the absence of the HR Co-Ordinator/Manager
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To manage any allegations/suspicions of abuse appropriately and in line with the local inter agency safeguarding protocols
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To notify statutory agencies of specific events as and when required by legislation
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To undertake any other reasonable duty commensurate with the level of the post and scope of duties
Qualities we look for in our staff
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Enthusiastic
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Motivated
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Flexible
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Reliable
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Good written and verbal communication skills
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Caring and compassionate
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Willing to learn new skills
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Work independently and as part of a team
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Approachable
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Ability to prioritise work load
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Good leadership skills
Anavo Group is committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of our residents and will take up relevant PVG checks as part of the recruitment process.
***This advert will close as soon as we have received a sufficient level of applications, please do not delay in applying ***
